Some of my most memorable polo moments have been while schooling horses in the arena. I was lucky enough to play some of my earlier polo in Santa Barbara, California. Every morning many great horsemen would ride out, share their expertise and wonderful jokes and anecdotes.

A few of my good friends from around the world have asked me for advice on how to be more positive and productive in the line out. So here are my new year thoughts on playing at the front of the line out and becoming awesome at it.